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Surfing The Web Pt. 1

Grade Level:: 4
Subject:: Information and Technology Skills
Topic:: This year we will focus on information seeking skills. Today they will be introduced to some Internet search skills.
Objective:: After viewing the video, Internet and Electronic Research Skills, the students will be able to complete a worksheet (next week) assessing their knowledge of the library’s resources. (For a more detailed list of objectives, see the teacher’s guide, page 3.)
Other Information:: When I worked in the computer lab last year I noticed that students didn't really know how to narrow down a search or evaluate the links they came up with. This video will help with that process.
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Reflection:: This lesson will be presented the week of 9/30-10/4 and I'll reflect on its effectiveness after that.
Prep:: Gather materials listed below:
Materials:: Library Skills: Internet and Electronic Research Skills video, TV/VCR, terms sheet from page A1 of teacher's guide
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Surfing The Web Pt. 1